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150. Chapter 150: Muzan Kibutsuji, Who Has Survived Until Now

He could arbitrarily change all his characteristics such as appearance, gender, and scent. Compared to him, Xia Shang's transformation was slightly inferior; at least Xia Shang couldn't change his scent, he could only change his appearance and gender.

Furthermore, Muzan could convert humans into demons by transmitting his blood. Moreover, his blood contained a curse that allowed him to control the thoughts and actions of demons. As long as a demon spoke information related to Muzan, they would be corroded throughout their body by the curse and die.

He could even read the thoughts and memory of a demon when he was close to them.

He had complete control over demons, able to freely manipulate their life and death.

At the same time, he was also the first demon to break through the limits. Even if his head was cut off by a Nichirin Blade, he wouldn't die. Only sunlight could kill him. Additionally, he possessed five brains and seven hearts.

Xia Shang couldn't imagine how his body could fit so many organs. This was something worth him studying closely to 'learn' from – or rather, 'borrow' and 'reference'.

Aside from these abilities.

Muzan's incredibly strong self-healing, which allowed him to regenerate even when cut into debris, and his abnormal physical body transformation ability were objects Xia Shang coveted.

They were also the most valuable things in this world.

It was a pity this guy was too cautious.

It wasn't easy for Xia Shang to find him. The best way was to use Tanjiro and Nezuko to lure him out.

Muzan had made the Kamado family into test subjects precisely because he could never find the Blue Spider Lily. He wanted to see if he could create a demon that could overcome sunlight.

However, when he saw everyone die because they couldn't withstand his blood, he left. But he didn't expect Nezuko to survive by relying on her hatred towards him, and that certain changes occurred in the demon blood within her body.

"Muzan's strength is beyond your imagination. As the progenitor of demons, he has the Twelve Kizuki under him, divided into Upper Rank and Lower Rank. The gap between the two is enormous, even greater than the gap between you and me. If you really plan to go find Muzan, you should make preparations before you go.

Take them to find an old man named Sakonji Urokodaki who lives at the foot of Mt. Sagiri. Just say Giyu Tomioka sent you."

Although Giyu Tomioka wasn't good with words, he still said more to Xia Shang.

Since the other party didn't show any demonic characteristics or awe towards Muzan, Giyu could basically rule out the possibility of him being a demon.

At least he had never heard of any demon daring to be disrespectful to Muzan.

Let alone calling Muzan by name. They had experimented before; once a demon said Muzan's name, they would be corroded into a puddle of pus.

"Thank you. Consider it a favor I owe you. If you have trouble you can't solve, you can come find me."

Xia Shang wasn't a madman who enjoyed torture and slaughter. He hadn't been blinded by power. He just wanted to live a life free from restraint; he wasn't actually turning into Homelander.

"Don't use your power to commit evil deeds. Otherwise, even if I have to pay with my life, I will kill you."

After Giyu Tomioka finished speaking, he turned and left.

"This guy really doesn't know how to talk."

......

Beside a Wooden Cabin, white snow drifted down on the wind, carrying a hint of chill that seeped into Tanjiro's neck. He knelt before the graves of his family, closing his eyes tightly, his hands clasped together. No one knew what he was thinking, perhaps praying, or perhaps swearing revenge for them, or maybe promising them that he would definitely take good care of Nezuko. What he was thinking, outsiders could not know.

Xia Shang, leaning against a tree trunk, didn't disturb him.

"Let's go." Tanjiro took Nezuko by the hand and nodded towards Xia Shang. There were no more tears in his eyes, only more determination and responsibility.

He reluctantly looked back, seemingly wanting one last look at them, but he understood that his previous life had left him. Even if he lingered, it wouldn't do any good. He had to look forward. He still bore the heavy burden of curing Nezuko and getting revenge on his shoulders. So, he quickly started running with Nezuko.

After Nezuko regained consciousness, although she still recognized Tanjiro, she had not regained her human self. Her intelligence and behavior had all regressed to the level of a toddler, and she was unable to speak normally.

Along the way.

The few of them were silent. As they walked further and further, the accumulated snow by the roadside decreased accordingly.

"Don't forget to prepare a bamboo basket for Nezuko. Demons cannot come into contact with sunlight." Xia Shang looked up at the sky. He saw the cumulus clouds were constantly thinning, and in the distance, sunlight even poured down, like golden pillars, quite spectacular. But for a demon, this was fatal.

"There are some elderly people there. They should have extra bamboo baskets. I'll trouble you to look after Nezuko for a moment. I'll be right back."

After spending this time together, Tanjiro discovered that although Xia Shang's attitude towards him was bad, he was very good to Nezuko, as if he was Nezuko's real older brother.

"Go on, go on. It's best if you come back later," Xia Shang said, waving his hand impatiently.

Not long after Tanjiro left, the clouds above Nezuko were about to scatter. Nezuko instinctively showed her dislike for sunlight. She pounced into a nearby pile of grass, only leaving her butt sticking out.

"Come on, I'll help you open a cave." Xia Shang pulled Nezuko out, then placed his palm against the stone wall at the foot of the mountain. The next second, his five fingers transformed into extremely sharp tentacles. Against the sharp blades, even the hardest stone was fragile like tofu. The speed of the tentacles when slashing was extremely fast.

In an instant, a cave three meters long and two meters wide formed in Xia Shang's hands.

Immediately after, he used Psychic Power to move the debris and sand inside out of the cave. After finishing all this, Nezuko impatiently pounced inside. Staying in the dark made her feel exceptionally comfortable.

Looking at the cave he had created, which was deeply liked by Nezuko, Xia Shang's mood couldn't help but become much happier.

He opened the Panel. The [Super Perception], [Supersonic Flight], and [Thunderstorm Weather] on it all showed as fusable. He hesitated, wondering which ability would be better to fuse first. After some hesitation, Xia Shang decided to choose Super Perception. There were two reasons for this.

First, Super Perception would be very helpful for learning Breathing Style. Secondly, Xia Shang also wanted to try if he could learn Transparent World.

This thing is simply like cheating. Not only can it see through the opponent's techniques and body structure, but it can also dodge the opponent's attacks and predict their next move. For this skill that can be called god-tier, Xia Shang must get his hands on it.

If he really can't learn it, then Analyze and Fuse. It's not embarrassing. We have to admit it if our talent isn't good. Besides, how would I know if my talent isn't good without trying?

Anyway, Xia Shang is determined to get it.

Second, the stronger the skill, the longer the fusion time. Besides, he is currently in Demon Slayer. Without the help of Compound V, the fusion time will be extended several times over. The only solution Xia Shang can currently think of is to increase the Fusion Degree by relying on proficiency.

This is almost a panacea-like method, applicable to any Innate Ability and very effective.

(End of Chapter)